Outback Steakhouse #4722, 46300 Potomac Run Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164 - Full Service Restaurant inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant: Outback Steakhouse #4722
Address: 46300 Potomac Run Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164
Type: Full Service Restaurant
Phone: 703 406-3377
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 12/23/2015

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Inspection findings	Inspection date	Type
A complaint was received stating that a customer got sick and experienced nausea and pain in stomach after eating crab cakes and after improper handling of food and drink by the waitress. As per the customer the crab cakes were mushy and did not taste right. Also the waitress handed the drink with her hands covering the rim of the glass and straws did not have paper on the tips. During the inspection the PIC was aware of the complaint. Crab cakes were held, prepped and cooked (167 degrees F) adequately and in proper way. The straws did not have the paper wrapping around it. Operator reminded to review with the employees the use of proper barrier when handling of ready to eat food and utensils and bare hand contacts. As per the PIC, the facility will be using straws that are prewrapped. No other complaints were received. The incident is an isolated incident. Hence, the complaint is inconclusive and not found. No violation noted during this evaluation.	12/23/2015	Complaint
Critical: Food - Safe and Unadulterated* (corrected on site) Observation: One bottle of whiskey observed contaminated with dead fruitfly in it. Correction: Operator voluntarily discarded said whiskey. Handwashing Cleanser - Availability (corrected on site) Observation: Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the bar area. Correction: Operator voluntarily provided soap to said handwashing facility. Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (corrected on site) Observation: Accumulation of standing water (pool of water) observed in dishwashing area. Said condition is conducive to harborage of pests. Correction: Operator voluntarily cleaned said location. Critical: Animals - Prohibiting Animals* (repeated violation) Observation: Several fruitflies observed in kitchen and in bar area in the establishment Correction: Eliminate harborage condition and continue pest control treatment to reduce the number of pest in said location.	11/23/2015	Routine
Complaint#769478 Complaint was received on 3/12/15 stating that the customer had fruit flies in their food. Complaint inspection was conducted on 3/13/15. The manager on duty was unaware of the complaint. During the inspection several areas including bar, near ice machine, area near soda dispenser and areas next to mop sink observed with live fruit flies. Several areas in kitchen observed with standing water. During the inspection contamination or adulteration of food with fruit flies was not observed. Operator instructed to keep the kitchen/facility without standing water to avoid harborage conditions for fruit flies and any pest.Operator instructed to check the deliveries for any fruit flies, sanitize the areas where fruit flies are commonly seen. Operator provided pest service report from 2/24/15. Operator informed that they have been working to eliminate fruit fly issue in the facility and will be taking additional measures. No violation noted during this evaluation.	03/13/2015	Complaint
No live or dead roaches observed in the facility. Pest control report provided. Maintain the facility in good sanitary condition. Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (repeated violation) Observation: Open containers of shredded coconut and open bags of seasoning observed on shelves in dry food storage room where live roach was observed. Correction: Protect food from cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.	11/25/2014	Follow-up
Case ID # 37476 Complaint was received on 11/10/14 stating a roach ran across the complainant table which backed to the kitchen and then climbed into a notch in the wall while they were eating at the restaurant. The complainant was concerned that there may be an infestation and wouldn't want anyone to get sick. Said incident had occurred on 11/8/14. Person in charge was aware of said complain. The person in charge pointed that it had been an ongoing issue and they were working to address said issue. PIC provided the last two inspection reports from 10/22/14 and 11/04/14. PIC also mentioned that they are in 2 weeks inspection/treatment cycle with pest control company. During the inspection, two live roaches were observed in the facility. One under the hand washing sink in kitchen and one on shelf in dry food storage area. Continue working on pest control. Eliminate any harborage conditions such as broken tiles, holes in the wall, close the entrance from outside by eliminating the gap between the door and the floor. Follow up inspection scheduled on 11/19/14. No violation noted during this evaluation.	11/12/2014	Complaint
Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* Observation: Open containers of shredded coconut and open bags of seasoning observed on shelves in dry food storage room where live roach was observed. Correction: Protect food from cross contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Physical Facilities in Good Repair Observation: Broken tiles and holes in walls not maintained in good repair in kitchen/food prep area/storage area. Gap between the door and the floor observed in door leading to garbage area. Such conditions are conducive to pest harborage. Correction: Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities. Critical: Animals - Prohibiting Animals* Observation: Two live roaches (one under handwashing sink - ran into floor drain in kitchen and one on wooden shelf in dry food storage area) were noted in the establishment. Correction: Prohibit all live animals on the premises of the food establishment. Animals carry disease-causing organisms and can transmit pathogens to humans through direct and/or indirect contamination of food and food-contact surfaces. Animals shed hair continuously and may deposit liquid or fecal waste, creating the need for vigilance and more frequent and rigorous cleaning effort.	11/12/2014	Routine
Facility in excellent condition. Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Before Use After Cleaning* (corrected on site) Observation: The food-contact surfaces of the plates and utensils were not observed sanitized: the high temperature dishwasher did not reach the required temperature as per the manufacturers specification to sanitize. Correction: After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized before coming in contact with food and before use. Operator voluntarily set up the three compartment sink temporarily until the dishwasher is repaired.	12/10/2013	Risk Factor
No violation noted during this evaluation.	03/27/2013	Follow-up
Follow up inspection to complaint and routine inspection on March 11, 2013 to verify corrections. As per PIC-hot water heater for handsinks in toilet rooms was replaced. Toilet room handsinks=measured 112, 113 initially but hot water immediately fell to 76-60F range. Employee toilet room faucet has been repaired, dipper well repaired and final rinse on dishwasher is adjusted. Facility contacted plumber for site visit tonight and will email health department with updates throughout weekend. Handwashing Lavatory, Water Temperature, and Flow (repeated violation) Observation: * Critical violation. Water from the handwashing sink was measured at a temperature less than 100°F. Correction: Make necessary adjustments to valves and lines serving the handsink to provide water of at least 100°F to allow more effective removal of fatty soils encountered in kitchens.	03/22/2013	Follow-up
No violation noted during this evaluation.	03/11/2013	Complaint
Plumber serviced facility 3/11/2013 am and scheduled to return 3/12/13 for additional repairs. Contact health department when complete. Follow up scheduled to verify corrections. Parasite control letter provided for file (emailed prior to inspection)-please provide current copy. Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site) Observation: The food handler is eating in areas where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection. Correction: Provide a designated area where employees may eat so as not to contaminate exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles, or other items needing protection. Handwashing Lavatory, Water Temperature, and Flow Observation: * Critical violation. Water from the handwashing sink at employee toilet room was measured at a temperature less than 100°F. ( 47F cold running water only) Correction: Make necessary adjustments to valves and lines serving the handsink to provide water of at least 100°F to allow more effective removal of fatty soils encountered in kitchens. Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory - No Other Purpose (corrected on site) Observation: The handwash station at the kitchen and bar are being used for purposes other than washing hands. (kitchen handsink is storing dipping utensils & bar handsink is being used to rinse blenders) Correction: The handwash facility identified above is to be used for washing hands only. Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair Observation: Several plumbing repairs are needed Correction: plumbing is in poor repair, (dipper well	03/11/2013	Routine

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