La Madeleine French Bakery And Cafe, 5861 Crossroads Center Way, Falls Church, VA 22041 - Full Service Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: La Madeleine French Bakery And Cafe
Address: 5861 Crossroads Center Way, Falls Church, VA 22041
Type: Full Service Restaurant
Phone: 703 379-5552
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 03/17/2016

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The purpose of this visit was a follow-up to the inspection conducted 3/9/16. The omelet prep cooler was maintaining TCS foods at the proper temperature. PIC provided an invoice from a licensed pest control service dated 3/7/16. No evidence of recent pest activity was observed.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
03/17/2016Follow-up
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The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection in conjunction with a complaint investigation. Chlorine sanitizer final rinse dishmachine: 100 ppm. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer 3 vat sink/ wiping cloth bucket: 300/300 ppm. A follow-up inspection will be conducted on or about 3/17/16.

  • Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Egg whites/ mashed potatoes/ pooled eggs in 1 dr omelet prep cooler: 48/46/48 degrees F.
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19 to limit bacteria growth. NOTE: All TCS foods in cooler were determined to be out of temeprature > 4 hours, and were voluntarily disposed.
  • Equipment / Good Repair / Operation
    Observation: The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41°F: 1 dr omelet prep cooler.
    Correction: Repair/adjust the unit so it is able to maintain foods at or below 41°F. Do not use the unit to store potentially hazardous foods while it is not operating properly.
  • Critical: Controlling Pests / Methods to Use When Pests Are Found
    Observation: Methods being used to control pests are not preventing infestation.
    Correction: Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to people by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces. If pests are found on the premises methods shall be used to control their presence.
03/09/2016Routine
The purpose of this visit was to investigate a complaint in conjunction with a routine inspection. Complainant alleged that patrons were observed dining in the outdoor seating area while accompanied by a dog that did not appear to be a service animal. PIC confirmed that patrons with pets are allowed to dine in the outdoor seating area. Explained to the PIC that a variance must be obtained from the Health Dept. in order to allow patrons accompanied by pets, other than service animals,to dine at the facility. Also explained the conditions that must be met in order to obtain and sustain the variance. Provided copy of variance request to the PIC. PIC will discuss this issue with the corporate office and advise the Health Dept. of his decision.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
08/11/2015Complaint
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection in conjunction with a complaint investigation. Chlorine sanitizer final rinse dishmachine: 100 ppm. NOTE: PLEASE REMEMBER TO PROBIDE SERVICE INVOICE FOR THE TWO COOLERS DETAILED ABOVE TO THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT WITHIN 10 DAYS.
  • Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: Pasta salad/ fruit salad/ shredded potatoes in pass through cooler: 48/47/47 degrees F. and Milk/ fat free milk/ half and half in 2 dr UC cooler right: 50/51/50 degrees F.
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature conrol for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below. All food determined to be out of temperature < 2 hours and was relocated to another cooler.
  • Equipment / Good Repair / Operation (repeated violation)
    Observation: The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41°F: 1 dr upright pass through cooler and 2 door undercounter cooler right at front service counter.
    Correction: Repair/adjust the unit so it is able to maintain foods at or below 41°F. Do not use the unit to store potentially hazardous foods while it is not operating properly. NOTE: Provide service invoice for both cooler to Health Dept. within 10 days.
08/11/2015Routine
  • Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: The following food item(s) were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device:Pasta salad/ chicken salad in 1 dr UR dispaly cooler: 47/45 degrees F.
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19 to limit bacteria growth. NOTE: Food determined to be out of temperature < 2 hours and was relocated to WI cooler.
  • Equipment / Good Repair / Operation
    Observation: The following refrigeration unit is not operating properly and is unable to maintain cold food at or below 41°F: 1 dr UR dispaly cooler.
    Correction: Repair/adjust the unit so it is able to maintain foods at or below 41°F. Do not use the unit to store potentially hazardous foods while it is not operating properly. NOTE: Povide copy of service invoice for cooler to Health Department within 10 days.
  • Equipment / Good Repair / Components / Gaskets
    Observation: The door gaskets of the following unit(s) are (missing, damaged): 1 dr UC cooler at front service counter, 1 dr UR display cooler. The self closing door on the 1 dr UR display cooler does not maintain door in the closed position.
    Correction: Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
03/31/2015Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation.03/31/2015Complaint
No violation noted during this evaluation.11/20/2014Complaint
The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a risk factor assessment inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
08/27/2014Risk Factor
The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a routine inspection.
Dish machine: ES-2000
Note to manager:
1. Repair or tighten the mop sink handles to stop the water leak. This is a water source for pest.
2. Strip the old caulking and reapply new caulking at the dish machine area.
3. Move the sanitizer buckets off the floor to avoid contamination.

  • Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following food items that are not easily identified by appearance were observed without a label: Sugar solution in a spray bottle
    Correction: Unless a food item can be easily recognized, all foods and ingredients removed from their original containers and stored in working containers shall be labeled using the common name of the food. For example: cooking oils, salt, sugar, flour, spices, herbs, etc.---CFM labeled the spray bottle.
  • Sanitize Solution Used for Wiping Cloths Stored off Floor, Prevent Contamination of Food & Equipment
    Observation: Wet wiping cloth buckets stored on the floor.
    Correction: Wet wiping cloth buckets containing chemical sanitizing solutions shall not be stored on the floor. The wet towel buckets shall also be used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single service items.
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Clean at Frequency to Preclude Accumulation
    Observation: The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: Caulking at the dish machine area
    Correction: Remove the old caulking and reapply new caulking that is mildew resistant. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
  • Plumbing / Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: At the mop sink, both hot and cold handles was observed leaking.
    Correction: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
  • Mops in Air-dry Position
    Observation: Observed that mops are improperly stored between use.
    Correction: Store mops in a position that allows them to air dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
03/05/2014Routine
The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a follow-up to the complaint inspection conducted on January 23, 2014. EHS observed pest control service report on the 01/24/14. After treatment the facility sealed cracks and gaps in the soup area to prevent harborage conditions. No live or dead roaches was observed at the time of the inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
02/03/2014Follow-up
The purpose of today's visit is to investigate a complaint received by the Fairfax County Health Department on January 22, 2014. The complainant visited the facility in the month of November 2013, the complainant indicated seeing a roach in the bakery display area next to the cashier. EHS spoke to the manager about the complainant. The facility receives pest control services twice a month and the last service was conducted on 1/07/14. During the inspection, EHS observed droppings, dead, and four live adult roaches in the soup section of the serving area. There is a big crack on the counter top at the soup area and underneath are small gaps that possibly lead in between the wood base and the counter top creating a harborage conditions. The EHS highly recommends pest control service and to seal the cracks, gaps and cleaning of food debris behind the serving areas. EHS will conduct another follow-up on or about 1/31/14. The complaint is confirmed.
  • Controlling Pests by Eliminating Harborage Conditions
    Observation: Harborage conditions exist. --Cracked counter top and gaps underneath the soup area.
    Correction: Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to people by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces. Eliminate harborage conditions to control and prevent the presence of pests on the premises.
  • Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, etc.
    Observation: An accumulation of droppings, dead or trapped roaches were found in the control devices.
    Correction: Remove dead rodents, birds, and insects from the control devices at a frequency necessary to ensure that the establishment is clean and sanitary and to prevent carcasses from attracting other pests.
01/23/2014Complaint
No violation noted during this evaluation.10/02/2013Complaint
The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a risk factor assessment inspection.
No violation noted during this evaluation.
08/13/2013Risk Factor
The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a routine inspection.
EHS provided manager with employee health policy and consumer advisory sample handouts.
Water Heater: State SBD-100199NET
Dish machine: ES-2000

  • Critical: Responsibility of PIC to Require Food Employees to Report GI Symptoms or Cuts, Disease, Medical Condition or Exposure to PIC
    Observation: Upon discussion with the person-in-charge, one or more of the elements of an effective employee health policy is either missing or incomplete. A complete employee health policy is required to be in place at the food establishment. At the time of this inspection, the Health Department provided and reviewed handouts and resource information in a red folder labeled "Employee Health Policy.
    Correction: A complete employee health policy must have the following elements:
    1) Employee training on foodborne illness, particularly symptoms of illness and prevention of the Big Five illnesses (see "What is Foodborne Illness" handout)
  • Critical: Package Integrity & No Dented Cans/ Specifications for Receiving (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following food item from damaged packaging were found offered for sale or service: Can of chunk tuna
    Correction: Food packages such as canned goods shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. Return all dented and damaged canned goods to your food supplier for a credit.---Discarded
  • Critical: Cold Holding of Potentially Hazardous Food at 41°F or less (corrected on site)
    Observation: The following food item were observed cold holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device: shrimp salad 49F
    Correction: Potentially hazardous foods (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be held cold at a temperature of 41°F or below unless the permit holder is using "time as public health control" as specified under 3-501.19 to limit bacteria growth.--Item above was moved to a unit that maintain 41 degree and below.
  • Critical: Consumer Advisory Required for Raw or Undercooked Animal Food
    Observation: 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: eggs
    Correction: If an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw or undercooked the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means.
  • Sanitizer Test Kit Required
    Observation: There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
    Correction: Obtain a chlorine test kit.
02/05/2013Routine

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